Mumbai: Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff had a narrow escape on Sunday evening (October 18, 2026) after unidentified gunmen opened fire on him in the Juhu area of Mumbai, police said. The actor was unhurt, but his driver and the driver of an autorickshaw were injured in the incident.
What Happened
The firing took place near Pushpa Park under the Juhu police station limits in Mumbai’s western suburbs. According to preliminary reports, an unidentified individual fired upon the actor and his friend. A viral video showed a person opening fire at the actor’s car, though its authenticity is yet to be verified.
“Shroff is safe and has not sustained any injuries in the firing incident,” a police official reiterated, adding that the chain of events leading to the attack is being pieced together.
His father, veteran actor Jackie Shroff, confirmed that his son was unharmed and was assisting officials at the police station.
Massive Manhunt Underway
Police have launched a massive manhunt to nab those involved, with specialised teams checking CCTV footage of the area for leads. The motive behind the attack is not yet known.
Gang Claims Responsibility
According to a viral social media post, the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the attack. However, police have not yet verified the authenticity of the claim.
Who Is Tiger Shroff?
Born Jai Hemant Shroff on March 2, 1990, Tiger Shroff is one of Bollywood’s premier action stars and martial artists, holding a 5th-degree black belt in Taekwondo. He made his debut with Heropanti in 2014 and cemented his status as an action hero with blockbusters like Baaghi, Baaghi 2, and the YRF Spy Universe hit War.
Outside of cinema, he is a prominent figure in the sports ecosystem, having co-founded Matrix Fight Night (MFN) in 2019, which has grown into India’s largest mixed martial arts promotion brand.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the film industry, raising fresh concerns over the security of high-profile celebrities in the city. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
